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Dining Services Attendant, Senior (Root'd) (Academic)


Job Location:

Tucson, AZ - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 16 - 20
Posted: 3 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Dining Services Attendant Senior (Rootd) (Academic)
Posting Numberreq27235
DepartmentArizona Student Unions
Department Website LinkStudent Unions
LocationTucson Campus
AddressTucson AZ USA
Position HighlightsJoin the heart of campus life at the University of Arizona Student Unions where culinary creativity meets community. Were seeking passionate Dining Services Attendant Senior to bring their skills to our dynamic team. As a Dining Services Attendant Senior you will perform various duties necessary in the preparation of service of food and provide quality customer service to students faculty staff and guests.

This position may be required to work weekends nights days and holidays.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Inputs & receives and puts away storeroom orders.
  • Prepares unit for opening stocking signs cleanliness and equipment.
  • Sets up Sequoia retrieves banks prepares market and food as needed.
  • Monitors food quality and employee productivity.
  • Ensures all areas are staffed; delegates job assignments.
  • Openly communicates with staff and supervisor.
  • Completes product orders as required.
  • Trains employees in their job duties and health codes.
  • Actively develops and supports a team based focus within Student Union.
  • Rings up orders accurately accepts money and returns correct change.
  • Counts bank to verify accuracy.
  • Enters totals on reports as required.
  • Participates in employee discipline and guidance.
  • Has knowledge of and actively supports labor cost and food cost budgets.
  • Oversees and assists with weekly inventory.
  • Controls labor and food costs.
  • Greets and serves customers in a friendly courteous manner.
  • Provides suggestions and input to supervisor.
  • Actively solves problems wherever possible.
  • Works harmoniously with coworkers.
  • Ensures all areas are staffed; delegates job assignments.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of food service operations including sanitation standards and food preparation.
  • Knowledge of and actively supports labor cost and food cost budgets.
  • Knowledge of food service equipment such as steamers slicers and fryers.
  • Knowledge of Food Pro and performs Forecasting Service Needs and Modify Delivery Information.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
  • Five (5) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Must be available to work days evenings weekends andholidays.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSANon-Exempt
Full Time/Part TimeFull Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week40
Job FTE1.0
Work CalendarAcademic
Job CategoryCulinary
Benefits EligibleYes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay$16.50 - $20.63
Compensation Typehourly rate
Grade3
Compensation GuidanceThe Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizonas good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training key skills and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and LevelOC3
Job FamilyDining
Job FunctionCulinary
Type of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Open Date10/1/2026
Open Until FilledYes
Documents Needed to ApplyResume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the Universitys campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies procedures and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems policies and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at

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